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iHorror Exclusive Look At “Scary Stories” Inspired Book “Nightmare Soup”

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Written by Patti Pauley

Earlier in July of this year, I was perusing my timeline on Facebook when one of those “sponsored ads” appeared out of nowhere as I was finishing taking a quiz about “what kind of pickle I would be”, (Admit you guys do it too when boredom strikes). You know those suggested pages that Facebook thinks that you may be interested in, when 90% of the time, they’re more of an annoyance than anything. However, this ad caught my wandering eye and my full attention with the wicked imagery that resided in it reminiscent of “Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark” illustrator, Stephen Gammell. My ghoulish spidey senses began to tingle, and proceeded to click on the link that directed me towards a page filled with exhilarating, dark as hell art and  tid-bits of fascinating stories that brought me back to “Scary Stories”. That page was the official FB home for up and coming book, “Nightmare Soup“.

I was immediately sucked in, and this captivating book containing 30 twisted tales from author Jake Tri, and illustrations that will haunt you in your sleep by Andy Sciazko, needed immediate attention in the horror community. Honestly, I felt like I would be offering a disservice to horror readers everywhere by keeping this gem a secret. So I was only happy to oblige by giving this Kickstarter a voice here on iHorror.

The Kickstarter ended with an overwhelming help of fan support for Tri and Sciazko’s book, and all pre-orders are ready to ship to anticipated readers on October 20th, 2016 when the tales of terror officially becomes available. As a thank you for all the love from “Nightmare Soup” fans who contributed to get the book in our hands in a timely manner, and those who act now on the pre-order (click here to snatch a copy) which ends on the 20th, you’ll get your book signed by both Tri and Sciazko along with a free digital copy of the twisted tales. Pretty sweet deal if you ask me!

Author Jake Tri of “Nightmare Soup” to iHorror:

“Andy and I couldn’t be more excited to release the book, and we’re incredibly proud of how it has turned out. It’s got the undead, botflys, man-eating catfish, clowns, carnivorous sloths, the tongue-eating louse, tapeworm infestations, and much, much more. Our goal was to be as unique as possible while at the same time staying within the bounds of what inspired the project to begin with. We can’t wait for everyone to read it!”

 

While we’re all throwing fits of anxiety until we get this soon-to-be classic horror book in our possession, check out these EXCLUSIVE art from selected stories in the book that you’ll only see on iHorror!

 

“Don’t Mess With My Pumpkins”

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“The Sloth”

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“The Zoo”

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“Tongue”

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“Smiley”

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“Monsters Aren’t Real”

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“I Hate Clowns”

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“The End”

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Stunning artwork, am I right guys?! Pre-sales will stop on October 20th as the book officially becomes available. So if you want a signed copy, make sure you order before the 20th!
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Netflix Releases First BTS ‘Fear Street: Prom Queen’ Footage

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It’s been three long years since Netflix unleashed the bloody, but enjoyable Fear Street on its platform. Released in a tryptic fashion, the streamer broke up the story into three episodes, each taking place in a different decade which by the finale were all tied together.

Now, the streamer is in production for its sequel Fear Street: Prom Queen which brings the story into the 80s. Netflix gives a synopsis of what to expect from Prom Queen on their blog site Tudum:

“Welcome back to Shadyside. In this next installment of the blood-soaked Fear Street franchise, prom season at Shadyside High is underway and the school’s wolfpack of It Girls is busy with its usual sweet and vicious campaigns for the crown. But when a gutsy outsider is unexpectedly nominated to the court, and the other girls start mysteriously disappearing, the class of ’88 is suddenly in for one hell of a prom night.” 

Based on R.L. Stine’s massive series of Fear Street novels and spin-offs, this chapter is number 15 in the series and was published in 1992.

Fear Street: Prom Queen features a killer ensemble cast, including India Fowler (The Nevers, Insomnia), Suzanna Son (Red Rocket, The Idol), Fina Strazza (Paper Girls, Above the Shadows), David Iacono (The Summer I Turned Pretty, Cinnamon), Ella Rubin (The Idea of You), Chris Klein (Sweet Magnolias, American Pie), Lili Taylor (Outer Range, Manhunt) and Katherine Waterston (The End We Start From, Perry Mason).

No word on when Netflix will drop the series into its catalog.

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Live Action Scooby-Doo Reboot Series In Works at Netflix

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Scooby Doo Live Action Netflix

The ghosthunting Great Dane with an anxiety problem, Scooby-Doo, is getting a reboot and Netflix is picking up the tab. Variety is reporting that the iconic show is becoming an hour-long series for the streamer although no details have been confirmed. In fact, Netflix execs declined to comment.

Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!

If the project is a go, this would be the first live-action movie based on the Hanna-Barbera cartoon since 2018’s Daphne & Velma. Before that, there were two theatrical live-action movies, Scooby-Doo (2002) and Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed (2004), then two sequels that premiered on The Cartoon Network.

Currently, the adult-oriented Velma is streaming on Max.

Scooby-Doo originated in 1969 under the creative team Hanna-Barbera. The cartoon follows a group of teenagers who investigate supernatural happenings. Known as Mystery Inc., the crew consists of Fred Jones, Daphne Blake, Velma Dinkley, and Shaggy Rogers, and his best friend, a talking dog named Scooby-Doo.

Scooby-Doo

Normally the episodes revealed the hauntings they encountered were hoaxes developed by land-owners or other nefarious characters hoping to scare people away from their properties. The original TV series named Scooby-Doo, Where Are You! ran from 1969 to 1986. It was so successful that movie stars and pop culture icons would make guest appearances as themselves in the series.

Celebrities such as Sonny & Cher, KISS, Don Knotts, and The Harlem Globetrotters made cameos as did Vincent Price who portrayed Vincent Van Ghoul in a few episodes.

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BET Releasing New Original Thriller: The Deadly Getaway

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The Deadly Getaway

BET will soon be offering horror fans a rare treat. The studio has announced the official release date for their new original thriller, The Deadly Getaway. Directed by Charles Long (The Trophy Wife), this thriller sets up a heart racing game of cat and mouse for audiences to sink their teeth into.

Wanting to break up the monotony of their routine, Hope and Jacob set off to spend their vacation at a simple cabin in the woods. However, things go sideways when Hope’s ex-boyfriend shows up with a new girl at the same campsite. Things soon spiral out of control. Hope and Jacob must now work together to escape the woods with their lives.

The Deadly Getaway
The Deadly Getaway

The Deadly Getaway is written by Eric Dickens (Makeup X Breakup) and Chad Quinn (Reflections of US). The Film stars, Yandy Smith-Harris (Two Days in Harlem), Jason Weaver (The Jacksons: An American Dream), and Jeff Logan (My Valentine Wedding).

Showrunner Tressa Azarel Smallwood had the following to say about the project. “The Deadly Getaway is the perfect reintroduction to classic thrillers, which encompass dramatic twists, and spine-chilling moments. It showcases the range and diversity of emerging Black writers across genres of film and television.”

The Deadly Getaway will premiere on 5.9.2024, exclusively ion BET+.

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